Akshay & Christina
Wedding Party
Kimberlie Chao
Maid of Honor
Kim and Christina are sisters from birth… almost literally! They met when they were just 2 months old at the Church in Nutley, NJ and have been close ever since. After 18 years together in New Jersey, they had a brief hiatus apart before reuniting in Chicago. Kim was instrumental in making the proposal happen just like Christina dreamed of!
Liam Bolster
Best Man
Liam was Akshay's college roommate, and has witnessed Akshay and Christina's relationship firsthand from inception. Liam and Akshay are essentially an old married couple (sorry, Christina) and share much in common, from former employers to frequent knee injuries, to taking themselves way too seriously in college and subsequently realizing that life isn't quite so serious.
Kimberly Wei
Maid of Honor
Kimberly Wei, the other half of Kim^2 (they share a birthday too!) met Christina almost two decades ago through church, and they've been best friends from day 1. They've stuck by each other's side through all the awkward phases (braces and self-cut bangs) and bonded over k-drama romances. Although miles away from each other, they're always there for each other through life's toughest moments and when each other just need a laugh!
Edward Hu
Best Man
Ed and Akshay met playing basketball during training for their first job post-college, where they learned they shared similar EVERlasting CORE values. Ed is the other half of PlayStation Network's all-time dynamic duo, in addition to being Akshay's gym inspiration (self-nominated), sports betting enabler, and fellow NFL "this is our year" dreamer.
Wendy Ide
Bridesmaid
Wendy and Christina met in high school, where they quickly became close from being nerds in chemistry class together. Since high school, their annual tradition is getting some all-you-can-eat hot-pot or kbbq while catching up a year's worth of events. Wendy's currently the CFO (Chief Fitness Officer), helping Christina meet her goals for the wedding!
Ronald Diu
Groomsman
Ronald and Akshay met in 2019 through in their first job post-college, where they quickly bonded over hoops, kicks, and sports betting (when you're as good as Ron is, it's basically investing). Akshay has hit game-winners in Ron's face all across the island of Manhattan. Ron may have the edge vs. Akshay in a full-game, but peak-to-peak? The edge might go to the Groom.
Kylie Long
Bridesmaid
Christina met Kylie more than a decade ago in high school, and they've been partners in crime ever since. When they're not belting out to LANY, they're plotting where to shop or eat next. They've traveled the world together and created some of the best memories from island-hopping in Thailand to road trips through the Pacific Northwest. It's only fitting that Kylie walks down the aisle on Christina's biggest adventure yet!
Hrishikesh Iyer
Groomsman
Hrishi and Akshay met their junior year of high school, where they would often get told they look like twins. The two have traveled the world together, visiting 7 different countries, all while Hrishi attempts (and succeeds) to serenade Akshay. From waking up at 7am to play Yu-Gi-Oh everyday (this wasn't as long as ago as you would hope) to eating at Michelin star restaurants in Hong Kong, their friendship truly spans the gamut.
Erica Sheppard
Bridesmaid
Christina met Erica through pledging a business fraternity called Delta Sigma Pi. After they trauma-bonded over the course of Spring 2016, they decided they would be lifelong friends. They support each other through all of life’s hardships and celebrate all the wins too! Although their friendship has been long-distance since college, it's always a good time whenever they get to spend time together in person!
Ziyaad Khayrattee
Groomsman
Ziyaad saw Akshay open the car door for a mystery woman (Christina) at Snooze eatery in Austin circa 2015/16, and at that point he knew Akshay was a DAWG. Z and Akshay also run football routes against each other frequently, with the results very unclear. Liam and Ziyaad also extended a job offer to Akshay, and Ziyaad purports that Akshay walked into the street like Will Smith in the Pursuit of Happiness.
Sonia Singh
Bridesmaid
Despite being Christina’s soon-to-be sister-in-law, Sonia doesn’t let familial ties influence her ruthlessness in Catan. When they're not battling each other in board games, they enjoy indulging in all the Asian pastries and binging all the Harry Potter movies. Christina couldn't imagine a better way for them to officially become sisters than have Soni by her side on the big day!
Arjun Nair
Groomsman
Arjun and Akshay met a decade ago in their Junior year of high school and spent 8 consecutive years together in the same city, from Denton, to Austin, to New York. Arjun is consistently years ahead of Akshay in music taste, trying to put Akshay onto underground artists, only for Akshay to finally relent and realize that Arjun does occasionally know what he's talking about.
Luana Xu
Bridesmaid
Luana and Christina met freshman year of high school, and quickly bonded after Luana introduced her to the infamous k-drama, Boys over Flowers, when they were supposed to be prepping for a biology competition. Through their shared love for Asian food and similar upbringings, Luana quickly became Christina's "school mom."
Robert Qian
Groomsman
Robert and Akshay met freshman year of college, and their friendship began with playing football. Robert's "you tryna route?" texts were an almost daily occurrence, and Akshay would subsequently find himself at Clark Field in Austin very soon after. Robert blows up Akshay's phone more than Christina does, exclusively via Instagram memes.
Madison (Maddie) Hsieh
Flower Girl
Maddie Hsieh is 10 years old and she is the oldest of three. She loves spending time with her friends and family members. She enjoys being a part of her Girl Scout troop and loves performing in musical theatre.
Everly Hsieh
Flower Girl
Everly Hsieh is 4 years old and loves being the baby of the family. Her interests include everything Bluey, Minnie Mouse, and dancing.
Nathan Hsieh
Ring Bearer
Nathan Hsieh is 6 years old and is going into the first grade. He loves Pokemon, video games, and running. He is trying out for a recreational track team this winter.